Advancement Chair

Qualifications:

If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age, is of good moral character, and is interested in working with and for boys. Should be able to delegate responsibilities and set a good example through behavior and attitude. Should believe in the values and purposes of Cub Scouting. Selected and appointed by the pack committee with the approval of the chartered organization, and registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:

• Have a working knowledge of the Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout advancement plans.

• Help plan and conduct induction and advancement recognition ceremonies.

• Arrange for Tiger Cub graduation ceremonies with the Cubmaster and Tiger Cub den leader.

• Train parents, guardians, and pack committee members in ways to stimulate Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout advancement.

• Arrange for Webelos graduation ceremonies with the Cubmaster, Webelos den leader, and Scoutmaster.

• Promote the use of Tiger Cub, Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout den advancement charts to record advancement in the den and as an incentive for advancement.

• Promote the use of den doodles as a stimulus for advancement.

• Collect den advancement reports at pack leaders' meetings for use when ordering badges and insignia from the local council service center.

• Promote Boys' Life magazine as an aid to advancement.

• Help build or obtain advancement equipment for use in making advancement ceremonies more effective.

• Promote the wearing and proper use of uniform and insignia.

• Attend committee meetings regularly; Report to the Committee Chair, as needed.